Don't miss the Speedway's Salute the Troops Pre-Race Spectacular prior to the race will include the presentation of 1,500 soldiers along with an assault demonstration in which troops will be inserted via helicopters into "enemy territory." Pre-Race Festivities Begin at 2:45 p.m.

Qualifying: One round of qualifying took place during Windstream Pole Night.

Radio/Television: Performance Racing Network (PRN) will broadcast the Coca-Cola 600 live to its affiliate radio stations beginning with a pre-race show at 4:30 p.m. (EDT). PRN's broadcast can also be heard on Sirius NASCAR Radio channel 128. The FOX Television Network will televise the race live with pre-race coverage beginning at 5:00 p.m. (EDT).